Margie Benedict writes emotionally charged, genre-spanning fiction centered on one powerful theme: second chances. Whether set in a present-day beach town, magical kingdom, dystopian society, or time-twisted reality, her novels depict characters who rediscover their strength, rewrite their stories, and reclaim their power.
Formerly publishing under the name Marjory Kaptanoglu, Margie is an award-winning author whose books have earned praise from Kirkus, the BookLife Prize, and Publishers Weekly. Her work blends genre thrills with profound emotional resonance, drawing comparisons to Outlander, The Time Traveler’s Wife, and the novels of best-selling thriller author Lisa Jewell. Before turning to fiction full-time, she developed pioneering software at Apple Computer and wrote screenplays that were recognized by the Nicholl Fellowships and produced for film.
Margie is now building a brand readers can trust for gripping, transformative storytelling—books that don’t just entertain but empower. From middle grade fantasy to adult thrillers, sci-fi, and women’s fiction, she invites readers of all ages to ask: What would you do with a second chance?
